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Wed, 07 May 2008 11:54:29 GMT

photo(Reuters) - A would-be immigrant sits on the deck of an Armed Forces of Malta (AFM) patrol boat at the AFM Maritime Squadron base at Haywharf in Valletta's Marsamxett Harbour May 7, 2008. Twelve would-be immigrants were rescued by the Armed Forces of Malta when their dinghy was intercepted 24 nautical miles south of Malta while on their way to reach European soil from Africa. REUTERS/Darrin Zammit Lupi (MALTA)



Wed, 07 May 2008 11:50:04 GMT

photo(Reuters) - A would-be immigrant is escorted off an Armed Forces of Malta (AFM) patrol boat at the AFM Maritime Squadron base at Haywharf in Valletta's Marsamxett Harbour May 7, 2008. Twelve would-be immigrants were rescued by the Armed Forces of Malta when their dinghy was intercepted 24 nautical miles south of Malta while on their way to reach European soil from Africa. REUTERS/Darrin Zammit Lupi (MALTA)



Wed, 07 May 2008 11:46:05 GMT

photo(Reuters) - A young would-be immigrant is escorted off an Armed Forces of Malta (AFM) patrol boat at the AFM Maritime Squadron base at Haywharf in Valletta's Marsamxett Harbour May 7, 2008. Twelve would-be immigrants were rescued by the Armed Forces of Malta when their dinghy was intercepted 24 nautical miles south of Malta while on their way to reach European soil from Africa. REUTERS/Darrin Zammit Lupi (MALTA)



Wed, 07 May 2008 11:42:21 GMT

photo(Reuters) - A would-be immigrant lies on the deck of an Armed Forces of Malta (AFM) patrol boat at the AFM Maritime Squadron base at Haywharf in Valletta's Marsamxett Harbour May 7, 2008. Twelve would-be immigrants were rescued by the Armed Forces of Malta when their dinghy was intercepted 24 nautical miles south of Malta while on their way to reach European soil from Africa. REUTERS/Darrin Zammit Lupi (MALTA)



Wed, 07 May 2008 11:36:51 GMT

photo(Reuters) - A young would-be immigrant sits on the deck of an Armed Forces of Malta (AFM) patrol boat at the AFM Maritime Squadron base at Haywharf in Valletta's Marsamxett Harbour May 7, 2008. Twelve would-be immigrants were rescued by the Armed Forces of Malta when their dinghy was intercepted 24 nautical miles south of Malta while on their way to reach European soil from Africa. REUTERS/Darrin Zammit Lupi (MALTA)



Gran Canaria Guide (RainbowNetwork.com)

Gay men and lesbians have been visiting Gran Canaria for decades, drawn by the year round sunshine and well developed gay scene.

Thu, 15 May 2008 07:59:43 GMT


Three Years in the Making: Sol Meliá Vacation Club Builds on Formula for Success and Global Expansion (PRWeb)

ORLANDO, Fla. (Business Wire EON) May 14, 2008 -- Just three years ago, in 2004, Sol Meliá Vacation Club (The CLUB) started by promptly developing three international properties. Today, the internationally branded club, which is part of Spain-based Sol Meliá Hotels & Resorts, has 13 international locations in Europe, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central America with more than 20,000 members ...

Wed, 14 May 2008 17:29:23 GMT


Revealed: Naked truth about The Apprentice star Jenny (News Of The World)

SACKED Apprentice bitch Jenny Celerier is secretly fired by lust—she loves to cavort NAKED on the beach and indulge in DOMINATRIX sex sessions, the News of the World can reveal.

Sat, 10 May 2008 23:33:06 GMT


STRIKE A POSE (North-West Evening Mail)

GIRLS, it’s time to practice your best smile and prepare to dazzle, because The Modelling Competition is back for its third year running, and it promises to be the biggest yet.

Fri, 09 May 2008 13:26:17 GMT


A Sporting Chance (Shetland Today)

The second of our mini-series featuring the Anderson High School netball team which won the Scottish championship focuses on Lerwick girl LAUREN SMITH. Sport is definitely in her blood as her father Laurence was a talented footballer and her grandfather Lewie Pottinger captained the junior inter-county team in the first two years of the event and also won athletics medals in his army days.

Fri, 09 May 2008 12:07:24 GMT


New Research Reveals Top 101 Overseas Property Destinations (PRWeb)

A new study published today by Globaledge.co.uk reveals the most searched for overseas property destinations by UK internet users. The research looks at over 200,000 property-related searches over the last 100 days from the UK Wordtracker database and groups them by overseas property location. (PRWeb May 9, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/05/prweb929014.htm

Fri, 09 May 2008 07:34:06 GMT


New Research Reveals Top 101 Overseas Property Destinations (PRWeb via Yahoo! News)

A new study published today by Globaledge.co.uk reveals the most searched for overseas property destinations by UK internet users. The research looks at over 200,000 property-related searches over the last 100 days from the UK Wordtracker database and groups them by overseas property location.

Fri, 09 May 2008 07:05:00 GMT


HVS EMEA Hospitality Enews - Week Ending 2 May 2008 (Hospitality Net)

Fairmont Has The Time… | The Makkah Clock Royal Tower, A Fairmont Hotel is to be the name on one of the world’s tallest towers when the hotel opens this autumn. Fairmont Hotels & Resorts’ first hotel in Saudi Arabia will commit its 1,005 guest rooms to a tower 76 storeys (577 metres) high. The tower is one of seven being built by Saudi Binladin Company at the Abraj Al Bait complex in the city of ...

Mon, 05 May 2008 08:42:26 GMT


No shoes, no shirts, no, um, anything (San Jose Mercury News)

When Larry Massa says he likes to travel light, he means it. No need for a jacket and tie at dinner, a pristine set of tennis whites when he hits the court or even a bathrobe to wear when heading from his hotel room to the pool or the spa.

Sun, 04 May 2008 09:21:09 GMT


Ferry runs aground off Morocco, 113 passengers rescued (EARTHtimes.org)

Las Palmas, Spain/Rabat - A Spanish ferry with 113 passengers on board ran aground and partially sank off the Atlantic coast of Morocco, media reports said Friday. The passengers were brought to safety after a dramatic rescue that involved the Morocc...

Fri, 02 May 2008 13:33:44 GMT


Gay Gran Canaria - RainbowNetwork.com

Gay men and lesbians have been visiting Gran Canaria for decades, drawn by the year round sunshine and well developed gay scene. Although technically part of Europe, the Canary ...

Thu, 15 May 2008 04:56:00 GMT


Friday, March 2 - Cycling News

First Edition Cycling News - Clerc: "UCI is killing ProTour", Mcquaid: Paris-Nice decision on teams, Tour of Georgia uncertain, US Open loses race director, UCI to launch anti ...

Mon, 21 Apr 2008 00:09:00 GMT


Wednesday, August 1 - Cycling News

First Edition Cycling News - UCI and ASO make up?, Sinkewitz rues "great stupidity", Astana suspends itself, Kazakhstan believes Vino, UCI targeted Mayo, Moreni to meet CONI ...

Sat, 08 Mar 2008 05:48:00 GMT


Record breakers? - Macclesfield Express

THERE has been a great response to this year’s MENWN Golf Trophy competition and it looks set to break the record number of entries received in 2007. Now there is the chance for ...

Thu, 28 Feb 2008 04:18:00 GMT


Latest News - dBusinessNews.com

iGPS Announces Agreement With Dole Fresh Vegetables, Inc. ORLANDO -- Intelligent Global Pooling Systems (iGPS Company LLC), announced ... Wave Software Invests in New Corporate ...

Mon, 05 May 2008 13:57:00 GMT


SV Readership Poll - Surfers Village

New southerly swell opens up Brot... Billabong Challenge Day 2 lights ... Bilt team rider Davey Weare gets ... Globe team shows strong at 2008 O... Big losses for A-teams at ...

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 19:54:00 GMT


Two African stowaways found dead on ship in Canary Islands - Earthtimes

Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain - Two stowaways have died on board a British-flagged container ship coming from Ivory Coast, Spanish police said Monday. Two bodies were removed ...

Mon, 21 Apr 2008 00:59:00 GMT


Elite Club Resorts - PR.com

Situated on the east coast and only 10 min drive from the islands airport, The Elite Fuertenventura Club (RCI Gold Crown distinction), Club Montecastillo and Fuertenventura Beach ...

Sat, 19 Apr 2008 03:32:00 GMT


Germany discovers new export -- its jobless - Boston Globe

BERLIN (Reuters) - Germany, the world's leading export nation, has long been successful in shipping its state-of-the-art cars and machinery to just about every country. Now, after ...

Wed, 16 Apr 2008 00:37:00 GMT


FEATURE-Germany discovers new export -- its jobless - Forbes

BERLIN, April 16 (Reuters) - Germany, the world's leading export nation, has long been successful in shipping its state-of-the-art cars and machinery to just about every country ...

Tue, 15 Apr 2008 00:59:00 GMT


Jailed £1m winner's appeal fails

A £1m lottery winner who was jailed after going on holiday instead of giving evidence in court fails to have her sentence overturned.

Mon, 14 Jan 2008 17:14:50 GMT


Court-miss lottery winner jailed

A £1m scratchcard-winning chip shop worker is jailed after going on holiday instead of giving evidence in court.

Thu, 10 Jan 2008 13:28:23 GMT


Ryanair unveils new city routes

Low cost airline Ryanair unveils plans for a further six destinations from Liverpool John Lennon Airport.

Wed, 25 Jul 2007 11:42:08 GMT


What every Brit should know about jaywalking

In the UK no one would bat an eyelid. In Atlanta, you could be wrestled to the ground.

Fri, 12 Jan 2007 09:54:37 GMT


'Hard-up' robber gets six years

A man who held up an off-licence with a toy gun before attempting a second robbery is jailed.

Tue, 31 Oct 2006 14:39:05 GMT


Bulgarian sex slave gang smashed

Police in Spain's Canary Islands break up a gang which forced Eastern European women into prostitution.

Tue, 17 Oct 2006 17:28:12 GMT


Man admits 'armed' city hold-ups

A man who held up an off-licence using a toy gun claims he had fallen on hard times.

Mon, 02 Oct 2006 17:03:52 GMT


Stemming the immigration wave

European boats and planes have begun patrolling the shores of West Africa in a bid to stop immigrants heading across the sea.

Sun, 10 Sep 2006 23:09:37 GMT


How do trains get names?

John Betjeman joins Michael Palin, Dr Who and Lady Penelope as the name of a train.

Fri, 08 Sep 2006 12:55:30 GMT


Aid worker tells of migrant ordeal

A worker with the Spanish Red Cross, British-born Austin Wainwright, describes the job of helping exhausted African migrants arriving in the Canary Islands.

Thu, 31 Aug 2006 17:25:07 GMT


Family's tribute follows funeral

The family of a former Swansea couple murdered in the Canary Islands thank local people for their support.

Fri, 21 Jul 2006 15:13:40 GMT


Murder charge over island deaths

A Spanish court charges a man with the murder of an expat Welsh couple on the Canary Islands.

Wed, 19 Jul 2006 17:48:02 GMT


Two in court over island deaths

Two men are remanded in custody over the deaths of an expatriate Swansea couple on the Canary Islands.

Wed, 19 Jul 2006 08:10:33 GMT


Arrests after Spanish isle deaths

Spanish police arrest three people after the deaths of a former Swansea publican and his wife in the Canary Islands.

Mon, 17 Jul 2006 16:04:28 GMT


Island bodies 'may be UK couple'

The bodies of a couple, believed to be from Swansea originally, are found on the Spanish island of Fuerteventura.

Sun, 16 Jul 2006 15:56:52 GMT


Man charged with tourist's murder

A 31-year-old man is remanded in custody on the Canary Islands after the death of a Scots tourist.

Tue, 23 May 2006 08:16:07 GMT


Man rearrested over tourist death

Police on the island of Fuerteventura rearrest a man after the death of a Scots tourist.

Fri, 19 May 2006 16:09:07 GMT


Men freed in tourism death probe

Two brothers arrested in connection with the death of a Scots tourist on the Canary Islands have been released.

Thu, 11 May 2006 13:00:02 GMT


Man in custody over tourist death

A man accused of killing Glasgow holidaymaker Brian Hobbs in the Canary Islands is ordered to remain in custody.

Wed, 10 May 2006 18:36:21 GMT


What makes a naturist holiday?

The sale of a naturist travel firm for £1.8m shows businesses are hunting the "buff pound", but what makes a nudist holiday?

Tue, 09 May 2006 11:44:50 GMT



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